APIP Program Coordinator - New York, NY

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW 

Urban Resource Institute (URI) is a dynamic, innovative, and well-respected organization founded in 1980 that transforms the lives of domestic violence survivors and homeless families through safe shelter and comprehensive services; delivers prevention and intervention programs that break cycles of violence and poverty; and actively works for sustainable systemic change.  URI is the oldest licensed provider of domestic violence (DV) shelter and services in New York State, and is the largest provider in the United States of DV shelter services, as well as a leading provider of shelter and services for homeless families. URI has a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion among leadership, staff, and clients at residential and nonresidential sites across New York City. 

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Trauma-Informed Abusive Partner Intervention Program (APIP) Coordinator is responsible for direct service provision to participants and oversight of all APIP staff. Direct services include therapeutic groups utilizing the a Trauma-Informed modality, advocacy services, referrals and follow-up. Individual must demonstrate sensitivity to issues related to the impact of the criminal justice system, trauma and domestic violence. In addition, the Trauma-Informed APIP Program Coordinator will make all necessary assessments to secure effective therapeutic services to all clients in the program. The Trauma-Informed APIP Program Coordinator will provide a combined clinical and community-coordinated response to domestic violence.

Salary: $58,500 - $63,000

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Facilitate weekly therapeutic groups of 12-15 participants. 
•  Manage all aspects of evaluation, reporting and compliance with participants.  
• Provide individual counseling to participants as it relates to issues of trauma based on clinical assessment. 
• Conduct interviews, as assigned by APIP Director, to assess and evaluate participants for risk to self or others. 
• Engage participants in the orientation and ongoing treatment processes, through group counseling, under clinical supervision of the APIP Director. 
• Participate in training seminars conducted to enhance and develop clinical skills with the client population. 
• Supervision of the Case Manager, and the Program Assistant. Both will assist with all program implementation and management protocols. 
• Function independently and ensure appropriate action is taken in crisis situations per agency procedures. 
• Regularly assess the safety and well-being of participants.  
• Develop, with each group of participants, a contract of mutually agreed goals and objectives to be accomplished within an agreed upon timetable. 
• Maintain participant and victim files. Ensure that survivors are receiving best practices and holistic support.  
• Conduct trauma-centered intakes and safety assessment and collaborate with community-based resources to develop individualized risk management plans. 
• Oversee adherence to contractual mandates with District Attorney’s Office of New York. 
• Participate in group supervision, staff meetings and trainings to ensure that participants are receiving trauma-informed supportive services. 
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Abusive Partner Intervention Director.  

SPECIFICATIONS FOR EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

• Master degree in Social Work. 
• Licensed LMSW or LCSW. 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bilingual English/Spanish is preferable. 
• Three (3) years of experience working with diverse populations is preferred.   
• Experience or training combined with experience in interfacing with the criminal justice system; accessing the vocational and educational service systems; and identifying the aptitudes of participants.  
• Demonstrated success and thorough familiarity with engaging participant’s experience. 
• Must be knowledgeable and sensitive to domestic violence and diversity issues. 
• Three (3) years of supervisory experience preferred 
• Must possess a demonstrated ability in delivering client services including:  communication and listening skills; understanding of human interaction and personality development; ability to write and record case documentation; and proven skills in group counseling. 
• Employee must be computer-literate and knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. 
• Must have ability to be flexible of schedule as needed – evenings are required. 
• Excellent written and verbal skills are required.

At URI we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment.  We actively seek a diverse candidate pool and encourage candidates of all backgrounds and abilities to apply. At URI we offer equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state and local law. 

Salary : $58,500 - $63,000